Want to impress your guests this weekend with some gourmet dishes, but don't know how? Or maybe you're planning an elaborate date night for your significant other, but feel your skills are lacking? Well, gourmet dining at home doesn't have to be hard - just try one of these 35 gourmet recipes that are easy enough even for beginners to succeed with!
Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
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This 15-minute Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is an irresistible combination of tender shrimp, al dente pasta, and flavorful garlic butter sauce. Follow this simple recipe to create an effortless meal that blends the best of seafood and pasta into a delicious dish the whole family will love.
Smoked Salmon Risotto
This super easy risotto is done in just 30 minutes! Loaded with amazing lemon, asparagus and cold smoked salmon flavor and sure to quickly become your go-to dinner party dish.
Baked Brie
Learn how to bake brie in under 25 minutes from start to finish, with simple ingredients you can adapt as you like. A delicious appetizer that's perfect served with bread or crackers for a family dinner or holiday feast.
Shrimp Asparagus Risotto
This creamy risotto is loaded with amazing flavor from lemon, basil and parmesan. A quick & easy dinner all done in 40 minutes - and fancy enough for any date night!
Bacon Mushroom Gnocchi
Pan fried gnocchi is a well kept secret and so much better than boiled - pair with bacon & mushrooms for maximum flavor.
Apple Risotto with Marcona Almonds
Try something new with a delicious Apple Risotto! It's sweet and savory, loaded with apple flavors and all done in 35 minutes. A delicious side dish or meal on its own, topped with crunchy Marcona almonds for some crunch & flair.
Salmon Tartare
This quick & easy Smoked Salmon Tartare is the perfect prep-ahead appetizer. Delicious and sophisticated, it's seasoned with spicy French Dijon mustard and a hint of rum, and topped with crispy fried capers.
Spicy Sausage Pasta
Spicy sausage, pasta and Parmesan cheese combine to create this super tasty dinner.
Ground Beef Flautas
You are just 30 minutes away from devouring these crispy flautas loaded with ground beef and ooey gooey melty cheese dipped in cool, creamy avocado cilantro sauce!
Smoked Salmon Fish Cakes
These quick and easy crispy salmon fish cakes come together in about 20 minutes with just a handful of simple ingredients. A quick shallow fry allows them to get deliciously crisp on the outside while staying tender on the inside.
Spicy Vodka Pasta
Spicy, creamy, and so flavorful - you'll love this version of Vodka Pasta.
Pork Chops with Red Wine & Mushrooms
Weeknight, weekend, date night or celebratory dinner - this pork chop recipe is always a winner.
Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos
These Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos have all your favorite buffalo flavors in a neat taco packaging. Buffalo Cauliflower, avocado, blue cheese sauce & cilantro make this dish a winner very time. Easy to make in just 40 minutes in the oven or air fryer!
Mushroom Truffle Risotto
This risotto is done in under 40 minutes and loaded with mushrooms, white truffle oil and white wine. It's a great date night dish that's sure to impress - just don't tell your date how easy it was to make!
Orange Chicken
Make orange chicken that tastes just like takeout - but healthier, and cheaper! Perfectly air-fried chicken is covered in the juiciest orange sauce, all done in under 30 minutes with a few simple steps.
Shrimp Carbonara
This 10-minute Shrimp Carbonara is a delicious twist on the classic Italian pasta dish. All the creamy texture of traditional Carbonara, with the addition of perfectly cooked shrimp.
Halloumi Pasta Primavera
20-minutes (chopping included!) is all you need to make this delicious, vegetarian halloumi pasta loaded with veggies. A light and summery dish without cream, this is a great summer dinner that lets the veggies shine.
Shrimp Tacos
Make the best air fryer shrimp tacos with this easy and delicious recipe. A flavorful homemade lime coleslaw pairs well with the perfectly seasoned and tender shrimp.
Pink Pasta Sauce with Bacon
A spicy, creamy tomato sauce paired with bacon - what's not to love?!
Shrimp Curry
If you're a fan of spicy and flavorful curries, then you're going to love this easy and delicious Shrimp Curry recipe! Made with fragrant Thai red curry paste and creamy coconut milk, this Shrimp Curry comes together in just 20 minutes, making it the perfect easy meal.
Air Fryer Mahi Mahi
Enjoy this delicious mahi mahi in the air fryer with your favorite side dishes for a fast meal.
Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas
Two classic favorites combine to create these cheesy quesadillas loaded with spicy flavor. Dip in blue cheese sauce for the best experience!
Fish Tacos
A flavorful homemade lime coleslaw and mango salsa pairs perfectly with these crispy fish tacos in the air fryer.
Tortellini Carbonara
This twist on a carbonara is quick and easy to make, and uses common ingredients you'll find at any supermarket.
Spicy Baked Salmon
Citrusy, fresh and delicious. This tasty Oven-Baked Salmon with Lemon and Pepper is filled with flavor. Coat the salmon in a homemade spicy marinade and dry rub using easy-to-find ingredients. Make it in less than 30 minutes and serve it as a main with potatoes, vegetables or salad.
Spanish Chicken Stew with Lemon & Rosemary
This stew is super quick to make thanks to the use of store bought rotisserie chicken. And so flavorful!
Smoked Salmon & Spinach Pasta
A super quick pasta dish you'll be coming back to over and over again.
Air Fryer French Onion Pork Chops
Cook your pork chops in the air fryer and make a quick stove top sauce for this delicious dinner.
Shrimp Scampi Without Wine
Loaded with flavor and just as delicious served on top of pasta, as it is for an appetizer with a side of bread.
Gorgonzola Gnocchi
Creamy, tangy, crispy and utterly delicious!
Salmon Risotto with Leeks & Lemon
This salmon risotto is seasoned with lemon, leeks and parsley. Loaded with flavor and an easy dish that seems fancy. A delicious date night dinner, and quick & easy enough for a weeknight!
Red Pesto Pasta with Roasted Veggies
Done in under 30 minutes with just 15 minutes of active prepping & cooking this red pesto pasta is packed with veggies & flavor. Easy to make with homemade or store bought pesto - and with a great recipe for the homemade version included.
Bacon Wrapped Salmon with Garlic Butter
Load you standard salmon filets with garlic butter & wrap in bacon for a delicious meal the whole family will love.
Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken
Decadent and delicious, this creamy chicken dinner dinner is just 30 minutes away. Filled with rich flavors and made in one pan, this simple and easy recipe is sure to be your new fave. And the creamy honey mustard cream sauce is amazing on rice, potatoes, and roasted veggies, too!
One Pan Fish & Broccoli in Lemon Butter Caper Sauce
Silky, savory, delicious lemon butter caper sauce pairs so well with fish & broccoli. All made in one pan!
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